Cook Islands

The Cook Islands, named after explorer James Cook, are a group of 15 islands in the South Pacific Ocean between Fiji and French Polynesia. The Cook Islands are divided into two groups – the North islands and the South islands. The North islands are made of low-lying coral atolls. Grasses and palm trees grow here.

The South islands, formed from volcanoes, have rich, fertile soil and rainforests. The Cook Islands have a wet rainy season from December to March, followed by a dry season. Tropical storms are common.

Cook Islands Q&A

Answer: Tourism is important. Many people come to explore the beautiful beaches here. Additionally, the oceans are a source of not only fish, but black pearls. Farmers grow coconuts, papayas and other tropical fruit.

Map of Cook Islands

Here’s a map of the country of Cook Islands and all its cities and villages. Zoom in to get into street level or zoom out to see other countries around Cook Islands! You can see the terrain, but also see the roads, images of the buildings and even take a 3D tour through the streets of the cities of Cook Islands, as though you are actually there!